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GL55 ERJ

2005 Citroen Xsara

Silver Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2021
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

87,949 mi
Last recorded87,949 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2020
Typical for 2005 Citroen Xsara71,718 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL55 ERJ
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2020 87,949 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn on outer edge

Nearside Rear Sill damaged

Offside Front Tyre wearing on outer edge

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chip outside zone a (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Oct 2019 87,312 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 1 Oct 2019 87,312 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Oct 2018 81,515 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2017 80,649 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2017 80,649 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 19 Oct 2016 75,165 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2015 70,699 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2014 65,222 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2014 65,222 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 7 Oct 2013 59,905 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 22 Oct 2012 55,330 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2011 51,712 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2010 46,366 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2009 40,426 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2008 33,545 miles

How Reliable is the Citroen Xsara?

Based on 5,047,330 MOT tests across 355,498 vehicles.

69.1%
Pass Rate
7,021
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
355,498
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 242,573
Registration plate lamp not working 140,363
Stop lamp not working 132,977
position lamp(s) not working 129,143
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 102,720
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GL55 ERJ is a 2005 Citroen Xsara in Silver with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2005 Citroen Xsara models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.6% with a typical mileage of 71,718 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Citroen Xsara fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 242,573 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GL55 ERJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Citroen Xsara typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 21 years old, this Citroen Xsara is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was GL55 ERJ registered?

GL55 ERJ is a 2005 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 8 December 2005.

Is GL55 ERJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL55 ERJ shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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